The BJP has alleged that the inventory list prepared by the Public Works Department (PWD) of the Delhi Chief Minister's residence has revealed expensive fittings and renovations, including luxury items like full body massagers and jacuzzis. The residence at 6 Flagstaff Road in Civil Lines was previously occupied by former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
Kejriwal vacated the residence in October after stepping down as the Delhi Chief Minister, and Atishi took over the top job after being selected by the party legislature.
A video posted on X by BJP's IT Cell chief Amit Malviya lists the range of opulent items found at the residence. "The lifestyle of the rich and infamous Arvind Kejriwal," Malviya tweeted.
The BJP claimed that 75 Bose ceiling speakers were found in kitchens, toilets, washing areas, and gyms. The PWD list, as quoted by Malviya, also included a 934 litre multi-door fridge that had AI and advanced technological features. A 73 litre steam oven with touchscreen was also among the luxury items listed by the PWD.
Not so long before Malviya's tweets, BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia held a press conference, alleging Arvind Kejriwal has become "the biggest symbol of VVIP culture". "Arvind Kejriwal is the most corrupt politician India has seen. If he has moral courage, then he should answer...," he said, citing official documents after Kejriwal quit as chief minister.
Bhatia alleged that the bungalow had a 21,000 sq ft built-up area and 50 ACs in addition to a 250-tonne air conditioning plant. It had toilet seats costing 12 crore and a TV was worth over Rs 28.91 lakh.
As per the BJP, Rs 10 crore was spent on lavish interiors, which included 12 large chandeliers, 57 ceiling fans, and handmade carpets worth Rs 50 lakh. The inventory also included brass railings and a staircase worth Rs 41 lakh.
The inventory list also mentioned 55-77 inch TVs worth Rs 73 lakh and luxury items like jacuzzis, saunas, full body massagers costing Rs 20 lakh, as per the BJP.
